Secrets to Getting Christmas Cactus to Bloom More Than Once a Year

 

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"Given proper care under the right conditions, Christmas cactus can actually rebloom in February—and this goes for Thanksgiving cactus or any houseplant labeled simply as “holiday cactus” as well.

Here’s how to get a repeat flowering from your holiday cactus long after the holidays have passed."  Comment from Garden Betty

Click here to go to the Garden Betty article with secrets to getting your Christmas Cactus to bloom more than once a year.  Excellent and informative article.

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Get Your Christmas Cactus To Bloom Big

 

Photo source:  This Is My Garden

"When in full bloom, the Christmas cactus is a showstopper! Its dangling blooms can fill a room with big interest and color. Long hailed for its perfectly timed display of holiday blooms, Christmas cacti are an easy-care houseplant that can add a burst of color to your home throughout the holidays – and beyond.

But for many who grow the plant, there can be one tricky little issue with the plant – getting it to bloom at big and just at the right time through the holiday season. Especially if you have owned the plant for more than one growing season."  Comment from This Is My Garden

The Christmas cactus in full bloom is absolutely spectacular!

Click here to go to the This Is My Garden article.

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How to Use Coffee Grounds to Get Gorgeous Christmas Cactus Blooms Every Year

 

Photo source:  Martha Stewart.com

"Coffee grounds make an excellent fertilizer for the Christmas cactus; however, they should be used correctly and at the appropriate times for the best results. Ahead, experts share the benefits coffee grounds offer Christmas cacti, and provide easy tips to ensure you fertilize it the right way." - comment from Martha Stewart.com

As an organic gardener I can recommend coffee grounds as a fertilizer.  Click here to go to Martha Stewart.com's article page to find out how to use coffee grounds get get gorgeous Christmas cactus every year.

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